Bauchi -A former Head of  State, Gen. Yakubu Gowon, has urged Nigerians to shun sentiments and vote according to their conscience in the April general election.

Gowon made the call in Bauchi on Sunday, while speaking at the North-East session of  “Nigeria Prays”.

“We are not saying Christians should vote for Christians or Muslims should vote Muslims, but that you should vote for someone who is good,” he said.

He also advised Nigerians to tolerate one another irrespective of their religious, ethnic and whatever differences in order to ensure the development of the country.

Gowon, who is the Convener and Chairman of “Nigeria Prays,” appealed to all Nigerians irrespective of faith to assist in praying for peace and development in the country.

“I cannot do it alone. I need the support and prayers of every Nigerian so that at the end, we will have a joint success and glory.

“We value you, and I can tell you this, Nigeria Prays depends on you; it belongs to every Christian denomination, and every faith,” he said.

In his message, Gov. Isa Yuguda of Bauchi State, urged Nigerians to shun violence and thuggery , saying that such anti-social behaviours would not assist in the development of the country.